Our Melbourne Discovery Experience will set you up to work and travel in Melbourne with personal airport pickup, your first three nights of accommodation and our team to show you the ins-and-outs of life in Melbourne!
Year-round
4 days
C$999
Begin your Australia Working Holiday in Australia’s cultural capital, Melbourne. Our team will make you feel right at home the moment you arrive, giving you the perfect introduction to Melbourne without having to worry about a thing. You’ll be ready to work and travel in Melbourne in no time!
In addition to all the support in our Australia Send-Off Package, you’ll be picked up from the airport, have your first three nights of accommodation covered, and participate in a bunch of pre-planned social activities to help you make new friends and get to know this amazing city. This is a great option if you want additional job support once you arrive in Australia.
Please do not book your flight until you have paid for your program and secured your program start date.
Now that you’ve landed in Melbourne, take a look at how your first four days will pan out…
From the moment you land in Melbourne, you’re in good hands with a personal airport pick-up to take you to your pre-arranged accommodation. Catch up on sleep or relax and meet new people while you enjoy the city views from the rooftop patio.
Meet your guide and get set up with your bank account, SIM card, and tax file number. Afterward, venture out and explore Melbourne on an informative guided walking tour with our fun team and fellow travellers. Grab a world-class coffee to sip on while learning about this glorious city, exploring hidden laneways and seeing some mind-blowing street art.
On this self-guided day, you will be able to go out and explore the city with your new friends. Let our team know what you want to check out and they will give their insider tips and recommendations. You will also have a chance to ask our team all your questions about finding a job, accommodation or travelling around Australia - anything to help get you work and travel in Melbourne - and the whole of Australia
Cap off an amazing start to your trip with a trip to the Melbourne Sky Deck for beautiful views of the city. Finally, wrap up your orientation with an organized night out to experience Melbourne's world-class nightlife. Cheers with new friends to your grand adventure that is about to unfold!
Flights, medical insurance, visa and/or work permit application fees, local transportation, food & rent.
Whether you want to work and travel in Melbourne or explore the breadth of Australia, you will be able to land casual jobs that allow you to work for a short period of time to help fund your travels. Our team will sharpen your resume so you stand out to hiring managers and land a job sooner, and more importantly – start making money sooner!
Interested to chat with us to learn which program is right for you?
You can start this program at any time of the year!
Our Melbourne Discovery Experience runs from Monday to Thursday throughout the year. We typically ask for three months’ notice before you plan to leave Canada so you can make the most of our support in preparing you for your adventure abroad.
Want to leave sooner? No problem, we’ll put your services on high priority!
Yes! The program runs all year round, so your start date is entirely up to you.
During Australia’s summer (September–March), there are typically 5–6 tour dates per month. In the off-peak season, there are usually 2–3 dates per month.
To ensure everything is in order, we recommend waiting to book flights until your spot is confirmed, and your Australia Working Holiday Visa is approved.
Book a call with our team today to learn more about getting started!
Absolutely! If you want to arrive earlier, we can arrange an additional night of accommodation for a small fee.
Just share your flight details with your Travel Coordinator so we can make sure your airport pick-up and program start go smoothly.
This program is designed to give you the best possible start for your working holiday in Australia.
Here’s what’s included:
Access to our pre-departure resources, covering everything you need to know before arriving in Australia and..
Essential setup support:
Yes! This is one of the key features of our program. You’ll receive access to:
Comprehensive resources on how to find work in Australia.
Local job boards and workshops to help you secure a position quickly.
Support from our in-country team, who provide up-to-date advice about job opportunities for Working Holiday Visa participants.
Definitely! The program includes opportunities to meet participants from all over the world who are also on a Working Holiday Visa for Australia.
It’s not just about getting set up—it’s also a chance to build connections, explore together, and kick off your experience with a fun and social start to your working holiday.
Yes! If you decide to upgrade your tour before booking flights, notify your Travel Coordinator as soon as possible. They’ll ensure you’re enrolled in the right program and ready to go.
If you’ve already booked flights and secured a start date, let your Travel Coordinator know, and we’ll help you find the best solution.